Variety reports this morning that Pierce Brosnan will star in the feature
film adaption of Mamma
Mia! opposite Meryl Streep. Brosnan will star as Sam in the film,
one of Mammia Mia's "potential fathers." Variety also
notes that Brosnan isn't a total stranger to the world of singing, having
sung on screen in the indie film Evelyn along with some on stage
appearances earlier in his career.

Irish
actor and film producer Pierce Brosnan was honoured by Her Majesty the
Queen last week with an OBE in recognition for his contribution to the
British Film Industry.

Pierce
Brosnan

It
is always a great privilege when an Irish person is honoured for their talents
by another nation, so there was a large collective tear in the eye of ShowBiz
Ireland last week when Pierce Brosnan was given his OBE.

Pierce Brosnan
OBE

In
a statement made by Pierce he said: "I feel privileged to have been
recognised by Her Majesty the Queen with this Award. I am touched by this
unexpected honour."

Pierce Brosnan
OBE

He
went on, "In my life, I am fortunate to be surrounded by passionate and
courageous individuals whose tireless efforts are an inspiration to me both
personally and professionally. I hope I will continue to fulfill their
expectations for many years to come."

Pierce
attended the ceremony with his Granddaughter Isabella, his daughter in
law Charlotte, his son Christopher, his stepfather Bill,
his mother May, and son Sean.